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- 1. Professional Writing RESUME & APPLICATION LETTER
- 2. Resume It is a document that contains a brief account of a person’s education, skills, work experience, and other qualifications. A resume’s content will vary according to the purpose of the applicant and the nature of the job applied for.
- 3. A standard resume should be well-written based on the following basic guidelines: 1. Contact information The first few details that your prospective employer will look for are your complete name, full current address, phone numbers, and email address. There is no need to include nicknames. Indicate only the number and/or email address that can be used to contact you directly. 2. Objectives One (1) to two (2) sentences long that describes the type of job you want, the type of organization you prefer and how you can contribute to the position/organization.
- 4. A standard resume should be well-written based on the following basic guidelines: 3. Education Includes college and high school information only. Do not forget to put the name of your school, degree, term of graduation, academic awards/recognition, or other awards sponsored by the school. 4. Work Experience This includes employer (name of organization), number of year/s employed, job title, and results and accomplishments on the job. For a stronger resume, avoid simply listing your responsibilities; quantify the results achieved.
- 5. A standard resume should be well-written based on the following basic guidelines: 5. Skills This includes the languages you speak and other special skills – e.g., typing, records filing, driving, etc. You may also include your computer/technical skills and level – e.g., MS Office - intermediate; MS Access – beginner; Visual Basic – beginner. 6. Extra-curricular Activities Includes the name of the organization, duration of participation, position, and results and accomplishments on the job. As much as possible, quantify results achieved. Participation in school contests and competitions is included in this portion.
- 6. A standard resume should be well-written based on the following basic guidelines: 7. Character References Include name/s, positions, organization, and contact number of person/s. For general resumes, it is acceptable to indicate “Available upon Request.” If you must write your references, make sure to write it on a separate sheet of paper. Also, do not forget to inform your references that you have included them in your list.
- 7. Application Letter – is a document that provides additional information about a job applicant, it is also known as cover letter The parts of the letter are as follows: 1. Introduction This part opens the letter and specifies the position that you are applying for. Here are some tips in writing an attention-grabbing introduction, along with some examples: a. Name the source of your information specifically. Grace Chua, a staff member of your human resources division, has informed me that your company is looking for a marketing assistant. Your advertisement in section C5 of the Philippine Daily inquirer for a computer technician interests me very much. b. State the job title and explain how your qualifications match its requirements. Will a valedictorian of her high school batch and one year of part-time experience in tutoring grade school pupils qualify for your opening of a tutor in your review center?
- 8. 2. Body This part emphasizes your strongest points and shows how you meet the employer’s needs. It is also essential to highlight the benefits that the organization will get from accepting you. You can also use this part of the letter to showcase your personality. Choose the best instances that reveal your ability to lead, work in a team, and communicate. 3. Conclusion This part of the letter is where you request for an interview. Remember to sound enthusiastic and appreciative. And don’t forget to include your contact information.
- 9. There are three (3) possible formats that can be followed in writing an application letter: block, indented, and modified block. Each format consists of the same parts. Study the following examples. Click here: Formats in writing an application letter
- 10. Activity: Write your own application letter. Assume that you will be applying for a job.
- 11. Application letter for College Admission A college application cover letter refers to a document that expresses your intent and interest in applying for a collegiate program. Essentially, it lets admissions officers know more about you and gives you an opportunity to emphasize your enthusiasm for attending their school. While admissions officers look at your entire application before giving you an offer of admission, your college application cover letter can improve your chances of admittance.
- 12. Importance of Pursuing College 1. College prepares you for the workforce 2. College can help you network with other professionals 3. College can teach you how to think critically and solve problems 4. College can help you stay up to date on the latest trends in your industry 5. College can give you access to valuable resources, such as libraries and career centers 6. College can help you find your dream job or career 7. College can help you develop your personal and professional skills 8. College allows you to meet new people from all over the world 9. College is a time to explore your interests and passions 10. College can provide you with opportunities to travel and learn about other cultures 11. College can give you the chance to specialize in a particular area of study 12. College is a great place to make friends and meet people with similar interests 13. College can help increase your earning potential 14. College is the perfect place to gain your independence and develop your identity
- 13. Steps in writing College Application Cover Letter: 1. Write your name and street address - At the top of your cover letter, write your first and last name. On a separate line include your street address, followed by your city, state and zip code on another line. 2. Include the date - Below your contact information, write the date you plan on sending the cover letter. Include the month, the day and the year. For example, "November 20, 2020."
- 14. Steps in writing College Application Cover Letter: 3. Write the head of admission's name, the college's name and the college's address - On a line below the date, write the first and last name of the school's head of admissions. On the next line, include the name of the college. Follow the name with its street address, city, state and zip code. 4. Include a salutation - Open your cover letter with a formal greeting such as "Dear." Follow it with Mr. or Ms. and the last name of the admission officer and a comma. For example, "Dear Mr. Morrison," followed by a comma.
- 15. Steps in writing College Application Cover Letter: 5. State your purpose for applying to the school - Start with a sentence explaining the reason for your cover letter. In this case, it would be to request admission to the school you're applying for. Make sure to name the school and express your genuine interest in a particular program they offer. Emphasize what their school offers that other universities don't. 6. Explain why you want to attend their school - Below your introduction, write one or two paragraphs that detail your academic and professional career goals and how their school can help you achieve the latter. Express why you feel attending their school offers you the best career path and opportunity for advancement in your chosen profession.
- 16. Steps in writing College Application Cover Letter: 7. Write a conclusion - End your college application cover letter with a strong conclusion. Let admissions officers know that you've included the other requested documents with your application. In addition, let them know that you're available should they have questions or need additional forms and that you're looking forward to hearing from them. It's also important to thank them for their time and for considering your application. 8. Include a sign-off - Below your conclusion, write a sign-off such as "Sincerely," followed by your first and last name.
- 17. Parts of a business letter
- 18. Activity: Choose from the following activities to highlight the importance of pursuing college: -Slogan Writing with 50-word explanation -Poster Making with 50-word explanation -Song Composition -Skit/Role Playing -Essay writing